Cyber Strategy Consultant

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Cyber Strategy Consultant to lead a strategic initiative that shapes a five‑year cyber technology roadmap, drives ecosystem partnerships, and plans technology growth for a defence‑focused organization in Abu Dhabi.

Key responsibilities

• Develop a 5‑year cyber technology roadmap aligned with business growth and defence market priorities.
• Identify, assess and prioritize strategic partnerships across industry, government, academia and technology ecosystems.
• Evaluate market entry opportunities, collaboration models and strategic positioning across relevant cyber segments.
• Analyse emerging technologies, market trends and capability gaps to uncover competitive advantages.
• Support business case development for partnerships, investments and capability expansion.
• Provide strategic insights on ecosystem developments, regulatory considerations and industry trends.
• Conduct market research, competitor analysis and strategic assessments for executive decision‑making.
• Engage internal and external stakeholders to facilitate partnership discussions and strategic planning.
• Prepare executive presentations, strategic documentation and roadmap planning activities.

Required profile

• Approximately 10 years of experience in cyber strategy, technology strategy, defence consulting or related advisory roles.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity ecosystems, defence technology markets and emerging cyber capabilities.
• Proven track record developing strategic roadmaps, growth plans or partnership strategies.
• Commercial awareness and a business‑strategy mindset.
• Experience working with senior leadership and cross‑functional teams.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving and strategic planning abilities.
• Outstanding communication, presentation and stakeholder‑engagement skills.

Required skills